Carriage Manufactory Hale Farm & Village

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Tucked back in the woods for a more intimate event site is the Carriage Manufactory. This vintage, 2-story red barn is the perfect setting for a casual, one-of-a-kind cocktail hour, company retreat, or even a smaller ceremony & reception.

About

Featuring a collection of antique carriages & vehicles on the first floor, the Carriage Manufactory can seat up to 75 guests on the second floor with a wide wooden balcony overlooking the West Side of the farm (keep in mind that the second floor is only accessible by one staircase). Equipped with heat, electricity, and the option for deluxe executive flush restrooms, this space is available for rent Monday - Sunday, both during or after public hours (June - October, 10:00am - 5:00pm).

Preparation & Set-up

Preparation and set-up times are arranged not to interfere with the general public or museum staff. Weddings or receptions generally begin at 5:30pm with guests arriving at 5:00pm. Making your event memorable is important to us; decorations are permitted as long as no tacks, nails, staples, or tape are used. Please consult the HFV Rentals Manager for lighting and other decorating details.

Staff & Security

Members of the Hale Farm & Village rentals staff are present at all rentals. The museum will arrange and schedule these staff members to help facilitate all aspects of your event, from set-up to tear-down. When serving alcohol, it is the responsibility of the rental client to schedule for an off-duty Bath police officer to be present and for the alcohol to be served by an approved bartender or caterer.

Catering & Alcohol

Hale Farm & Village works with a variety of approved, award-winning caterers and bartenders for you to choose from for your event. Alcoholic beverages are permitted for rentals; in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, alcohol on the West Side of Oak Hill Road must be purchased through Hale Farm & Village.

Photography

Along with your rental, you and your photographer will have free range of both the East & West Sides of Hale Farm & Village to take one-of-a-kind outdoor photos across our 90-acre property. If you wish to take photographs inside any of our 30+ historic buildings, an additional $50 fee per building is requested.

Payment Policies

A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold a date, with the balance due no later than 30 days prior to the event. Facility and staffing fees do not include catering costs.

Western Reserve Historical Society is the oldest cultural institution in Northeast Ohio, the region's largest American history research center, and one of the leading genealogical research centers in the nation.

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Cleveland History Center
10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106 ↗

Phone
(216) 721-5722

Hours
Thursday: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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